Methylprednisolone acetate Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
615
Total Quantity
689
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+432.6%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 615 items of Methylprednisolone acetate over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,547 to the NHS. This is 432.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylprednisolone acetate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
72
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 615 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 689 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,547 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +432.6% |
Methylprednisolone acetate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 615 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +432.6% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.